Sony’s Shuhei Yoshida: Switch is “a very unique system”, “good for core gamers”
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 29 Comments
Sony Worldwide Studios president Shuhei Yoshida has always spoken highly of Nintendo, so it’s no surprise that he once again had some positive words to share when talking about Switch in a new interview.
While talking with DigitalSpy about the console, Yoshida noted:
“I think it’s a very unique system. It’s very interesting that they’ve designed the system to work well with more conventional games in terms of inputs and buttons. So I think it’s good for core gamers and their marketing message focused on that.”
Aside from that, Yoshida also said that he believes Nintendo is “going to cover a new market for themselves” when asked if he views the big N as competition with regard to hardware sales.
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New NES Classic Edition peripheral promises compatibility with NES accessories and controllers, also works with Wii U and Wii
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Wii, Wii U | 2 Comments
Plenty of NES Classic Edition accessories have shipped since the hardware’s launch, with even more on the way. Retro Fighters is now planning its own peripheral. Next month, the “Retro Fighters Pro Retro Adapter” will be available.
An Amazon listing provides the following description:
“The Retro Fighters Pro Retro Adapter allows gamers to play their classic NES accessories and controllers on the NES Classic Edition / Wii U / Wii. Simply plug in your favorite retro NES gaming peripherals into the adapter and plug the Wii plug into your NES Classic Edition, for Wii U/ Wii, plug into your Wii Remote. Now you can play your favorite games using original classic gaming accessories!”
Two players are supported when using the Retro Fighters Pro Retro Adapter. The Amazon listing further notes that it is compatible with “original and 3rd party NES accessories, controllers and joysticks”, though “some functionality may vary”.
The Retro Fighters Pro Retro Adapter is slated for January 15. Pricing is set at $14.99.
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Rumor: Dark Souls III running on Switch, all three games with DLC a possibility
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Switch | 39 Comments
FromSoftware is one of many developers named as a partner for Switch. LetsPlayVideoGames may now give us an idea about what the studio is planning.
One of the site’s sources claims that Dark Souls III is running on Switch “with a level of performance they are happy with.” A small team has been working on the port for several months.
FromSoftware has been taking a wait-and-see approach with potential ports. The company wanted to see how Dark Souls III performed sales-wise before moving forward. However, if FromSoftware pursues ports, Switch (and other consoles) would receive a re-release of all three Dark Souls titles with DLC bundled in.
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Rumor: Switch Dock increases performance with USB-C connection
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Rumors, Switch | 34 Comments
LetsPlayVideoGames is back with a new report regarding Switch. The site claims to have further information about the Dock, of which there has been some uncertainty.
Apparently, the Dock does in fact increase the performance of the portable device. However, this isn’t due to additional processing power in the Dock.
As LetsPlayVideoGames explains:
“When the system is connected to the dock by USB-C, the system’s components will run at a higher clock speed to facilitate 1080p resolutions on the TV. Both video and power will be transferred over USB-C when docked. Plugging the system into the dock will also activate a small additional fan to help with cooling when run at that higher clock speed. This fan is in the rear of the dock, and there is a gap in the back of the dock to allow the system’s inbuilt fans to vent when docked.”
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Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap – dev diary #2
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Videos, Wii U eShop | 2 Comments
The second developer diary for Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap is live, revolving around music and sound design. Check it out blow.
Pre-order Dragon Quest VIII at GameStop, get a pouch
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 3 Comments
GameStop is offering a pre-order bonus for Dragon Quest VIII. If you reserve the RPG there, you’ll be provided with a pouch. This is available both in-store and online.
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Monster Hunter XX – Congalala returns, Renkin Style details
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, News | 0 comments
In the latest issue of Famitsu due out tomorrow, the magazine provides ten pages of Monster Hunter XX coverage. Some of the information has leaked early, revealing the return of Congalala and sharing details about the Renkin Style.
Gematsu reports the rundown as follows:
Monsters with Nicknames
- Ouma Diablos
- Hellblade Glavenus
- Silverpeak Gammoth
- Heavenly Eye Mizutsune
- Blue Lighting Master Astalos
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Famitsu review scores (12/6/16)
Posted on 8 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in 3DS, 3DS eShop, News | 5 Comments
This week’s Famitsu review scores are as follows:
The Last Guardian (PS4) – 10/9/9/10
Dishonored 2 (PS4/XBO) – 9/9/8/8
SaGa Scarlet Grace (PSV) – 8/8/8/8
Battle Garegga Rev.2016 (PS4) – 8/7/9/8
Jikkyou Powerful Pro Baseball Heroes (3DS) – 7/8/8/7
Quest of Dungeons (3DS) – 7/7/7/7
Adventure Time: The Secret of the Nameless Kingdom (3DS/PS3/PSV) – 7/7/7/6
Akiba’s Beat (PSV) – 7/7/7/6
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Pokemon Shuffle update (12/6/16): Mega Abomasnow, Tyrantrum, Infernape, Emboar
Posted on 8 years ago by Jake in 3DS | 0 comments
Pokemon Shuffle’s weekly update features a Mega Stone competition, this time a return of Mega Abomasnow. The competition will run until December 13. To earn the Abomasite (if you don’t already have it), you’ll need to be in the top 12,000 players in Europe, 18,000 players in North America, or 60,000 in Japan. Other prizes are as follows:
Anyone who already has Abomasite but qualifies to earn it will get a Level Up.
Three other stages have been added: a new stage featuring Tyrantrum, and repeat runs for Emboar and Infernape. Tyrantrum will run until the 13th, while Emboar and Infernape will run until the 20th.
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Cup Critters footage
Posted on 8 years ago by Jake in 3DS eShop | 0 comments
Cup Critters, from RCMADIAX, just hit the 3DS eShop in Europe. You can check out footage of the turning gameplay below, courtesy of Nintendaan:
